IPadOS 26: 13 Features That Bring MacBook-like Functionality to iPad

Fast Summary

• iPadOS 26 Redesign: Apple unveiled iPadOS 26 during WWDC 2025 with major mac-like features,designed to turn iPads into touchscreen MacBook replacements.
• Key Features:

– Windowing Mode: Users can arrange and resize app windows freely, similar to multitasking on Macs.
– Grab Handle and Controls: New tools for resizing apps and tiling layout options reflect the flexibility of macOS functionality.
– Expose Feature: Swipe up to quickly access active apps for seamless multitasking navigation.
– Menu Bar integration: The iPad now supports a swipeable menu bar for rapid productivity insights without opening apps directly.

• File Management Updates:

– Expanded file details (type,size) within the redesigned Files app akin to macOS handling.
– Folders can now be docked in the workspace toolbar like on mac.

• Preview App Support & Background Tasks Enablement: Core Mac functionalities-such as document editing via Preview or dynamic background task visibility-introduced on iPads.
• Tablet performance enhancements highlighted by M4 Chip-enabled hybrid fluidity ergonomics usability upgrade raises overall Queries formats.

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